2008 Honda HR-V vs. 1968 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Honda HR-V is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Porsche 911 (110 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Honda HR-V. (104 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda HR-V weights approximately 160 kg more than 1968 Porsche 911.
Because 1968 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda HR-V, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Porsche 911 (158 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda HR-V | 1968 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | HR-V | 911 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 66 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 61 L |